(RED) Internship Program - Hybrid
ABOUT (RED)
(RED), named for the color of emergency, was founded by Bono and Bobby Shriver in 2006 to turn companies into a cavalry to fight the AIDS pandemic. Today, that cavalry is also fighting the urgent threat of COVID and its devastating impact on the world's most vulnerable communities, answering the need for a truly global response.
(RED) partners with the most iconic brands and people to create (RED) products and experiences — all of which raise money for the Global Fund, one of the world's largest funders of global health. (RED) partners include: Amazon, Apple, Balmain, Bank of America, Beats by Dr. Dre, Buffalo Games, Calm, Claro, Durex, eos, Girl Skateboards, Louis Vuitton, Mavin Records, Montblanc, NTWRK, Primark, Salesforce, Starbucks, Telcel, Therabody, TRUFF, U-Mask and Vespa. (RED) Supporters include: Merck and Roche.
To date, (RED) has generated nearly 700 million for the Global Fund, helping more than 220 million people. The money raised by (RED)'s partners and campaigns goes directly to strengthen health systems and support life-saving programs in the communities where pandemics hit hardest.
(RED) SUMMER 2022 - INTERNSHIP PROGRAM OVERVIEW
At (RED), we believe in encouraging and inspiring the next generation to challenge inequalities and injustices around the world. Through (RED)'s paid summer internship, you will have the opportunity to work with a (RED) team on department-specific projects, and with the other teams on prospective partner research and activations. Additionally, upon completing the internship, the intern will have completed one large group project focused on the HIV/AIDS and COVID-19 fight.
It is an exciting time to be at (RED). The global health community is making strides in the fight to end HIV/AIDS and COVID-19, and (RED)'s role in engaging the private sector is more crucial than ever.
QUALIFICATIONS & COMPENSATION
Candidates must be a current undergraduate going into their Junior, Senior, or 5th year. Only candidates who submit a professional resume and cover letter in PDF form will be considered.
Hiring is on a rolling basis; however, the job posting will close at 11:59 PST on Friday, April 8, 2022.
- Available 35 hours a week, Monday through Friday, 9am - 5pm EST with a 1 hour lunch break
- Based in or around the New York City area and able to come into the (RED) office at least once per week throughout the internship
- Compensation is $15/hour
Qualifications:
- Demonstrated experience in the department(s) of interest, through internships, volunteering, or school programs
- Adept at Keynote, Word, and Excel
- Excellent writing and research abilities
- Strong communications skills
- Keen attention to detail
- Discretion and a professional demeanor
- A positive, can-do attitude
- Well-informed on business and pop culture
- Experience with Salesforce is a plus
(RED) TEAMS
The intern's team placement will be told to the candidate during the initial screening phase. In your cover letter, please clarify in preference order which three teams you are most interested in joining.
Business Development
- Research key market categories, target partner prospects within each category, create pitch decks with new potential partnership ideas
- Develop business profiles for brand prospects and research brand contacts to determine the most appropriate lead to contact for partnership pitches
- Assist other teams internally with C-suite biographies, business analysis, and other research that helps (RED) make the most effective pitch
- Provide administrative support with Salesforce
Communications
- Assist with press and media relations
- Manage media tracking and produce monthly and quarterly clip reports
- Assist with (RED) media mailings for various events and product launches
- Support the (RED) team with administrative functions, including data management on Salesforce, note-taking, shipments and general logistical support
- Assist with special events planning and logistics
Creative
- Contribute to the development of (RED) partner activations and branded campaigns for the family of (RED) partners.
- Bring personal creative experiences to the creative team to assist in the creation of digital assets for social, website, and blog content.
- Assist in the development and ordering of printed materials such as business cards, stationery, and office materials.
- Work with communications team on production of videos and digital assets.
- Contribute to team meetings and have a desire to brainstorm and offer creative ideas.
Criteria:
- Experience with Keynote and Adobe Suite is required, with a particular focus on Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe InDesign.
- Interest in emerging social and digital technologies, as well as motion graphics and/or video editing is a plus.
- Working knowledge with a camera/video camera is a plus.
- Confidence using social media platforms.
- Ability to meet deadlines quickly and consistently.
- Experience with storytelling, willingness to get involved, and ability to manage conversations with (RED) team members of all levels within the organization.
Digital
- Manage (RED)'s social media channels, responding to all comments and direct messages, sourcing user-generated content and monitoring relevant hashtags
- Develop new ideas for Instagram Stories, TikTok and Snapchat based on (RED)'s content calendar and summer campaign
- Assist with day-to-day updates to (RED)'s website, and craft blog content around (RED)'s impact, partnerships, and key moments
- Proactively monitor and research new features on social platforms, up-and-coming creative trends, and unique activations from other brands and non-profits
- Help expand (RED)'s presence in the gaming world
Partnerships
- Assist with the planning & activation of marketing plans for our tent-pole campaigns, partner-related events or other activations during this timeframe
- Research partners and continually monitor partner portfolios
- Assist with drafting biweekly board member digests, quarterly partner emails, or other general partner communications with oversight from the manager
- Inputting partner-specific data + documents into Salesforce and Google Drive
- Create internal/externally facing decks for meetings, strategy proposals, and campaigns
- Assist in managing partner product inventory, product seeding, product ordering, and ensure accuracy of product on-shelf list
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Fluency in English required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT/WORK ENVIRONMENT
This opportunity is open to any applicant eligible to work in the U.S or with an existing U.S work permit. We are currently a remote workplace with a flexible work environment expected once the office is reopened. In-office work option is currently available for those interested being in the office and standard office work environment in the future when appropriate. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
All US-based employees are required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 to have open access to the office, to conduct or participate in external meetings and events, and to travel on behalf of ONE. Exceptions to this requirement will be made as required by law; or, for positions that can be performed fully remote; don't require meeting attendance with external audiences; and don't require travel on behalf of ONE. All new US-based employees are required to comply with the vaccination requirements outlined in this policy as a condition of employment.
NONE OF US ARE EQUAL UNTIL ALL OF US ARE EQUAL
The fight against AIDS and COVID-19 isn't simply an issue of health, it is one of human rights. (RED) believes that none of us are equal until all of us are equal, which extends to (RED)'s career advancement opportunities.
We are passionate about attracting, retaining, and advancing new team members from different backgrounds to contribute to our innovative and impactful team.
(RED) offers equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics.
If you are looking for a place to contribute your individual perspective and skills, (RED) is the place for you!
(RED) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics.